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Greece Island Visa Boosts Turkey Tourism Ties

Greece’s Island Visa Scheme Boosts Turkish Tourism and Cooperation Why in the News ? The Greece–Türkiye visa-on-arrival (“Door Visa”) scheme has significantly increased Turkish tourist arrivals to Greek islands, strengthening people-to-people ties, boosting local economies, and demonstrating how tourism can foster cooperation despite long-standing geopolitical differences between the two neighbours.   Greece’s Visa-on-Arrival Scheme: Key …

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Vaishya Tekri Excavation Reveals Ashokan Legacy

Vaishya Tekri Excavation Revives Ashokan Stupa Legacy Why in the News ? The Madhya Pradesh government and ASI are renewing efforts to excavate and restore Vaishya Tekri in Ujjain after nearly 90 years. The ancient mound may contain a Mauryan-era stupa larger than Sanchi, prompting renewed archaeological and historical interest. Vaishya Tekri: A Major Mauryan-Era …

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SUPER EL NINO MAY BECOME STRONGEST EVER RECORDED Why in the News ? The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that the ongoing El Niño could intensify through 2027 and potentially become the strongest observed since systematic monitoring began. Exceptionally warm Pacific Ocean temperatures may increase the likelihood of widespread extreme weather events. source:downtoearth El …

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UN Map Anomalies: Arunachal, Aksai Chin Claim Lines

UN MAP ANOMALIES AND INDIA’S TERRITORIAL INTEGRITY Why in the News? India has formally protested to the United Nations Secretariat over a recently circulated administrative map that incorrectly depicts portions of India’s international boundaries, including Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh. New Delhi reiterated that both are integral parts of India, while the UN cartography section indicated …